VU

Impatiens morsei

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Impatiens morsei faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and conversion of its native woodland habitats for agricultural expansion and human settlement. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases may alter the moist forest conditions this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist deciduous forests and forest margins in the Western Ghats of India, typically growing in shaded areas with high humidity and well-drained soils. It favors elevations between 500-1200 meters where consistent moisture levels support its growth requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Impatiens morsei classified as Vulnerable?
Impatiens morsei is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Impatiens morsei faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and conversion of its native woodland habitats for agricultural expansion and human settlement. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases may alter the moist forest conditions this species requires for survival.
Where does Impatiens morsei live?
Impatiens morsei occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Impatiens morsei?
The main threats to Impatiens morsei are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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